Madeira Longhorn vs Tree Weta
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Madeira Longhorn | Tree Weta |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leptura aurulenta | Hemideina thoracica |
| Order | Coleoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Anostostomatidae |
| Size | 15-26 mm | 40-60 mm body length |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Mediterranean Europe, Atlantic France, Macaronesia | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Madeira Longhorn
A large flower longhorn with rusty-orange elytra and a black head and pronotum. Found in forests around the Mediterranean and Atlantic Europe. Larvae develop over 3-5 years in dead wood of oaks and chestnuts.
Did You Know?
This species has been found on Madeira Island, giving rise to its common name, though it occurs widely across southern Europe.
Tree Weta
A common weta species found throughout the North Island of New Zealand. It shelters in tree holes during the day and forages for food at night.
Did You Know?
Tree weta can survive being frozen solid; their blood contains special proteins that prevent ice crystals from damaging their cells.